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St John's Nursery and Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2023)
·St John's Nursery and Pre-School, Carter Street, SANDOWN, PO36 8BL · Isle of Wight
Number of places
105 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2023
Local authority
Isle of Wight

About this early years setting

St John's Nursery and Pre-School, located in Sandown, Isle of Wight, is a well-established childcare setting that has been operating since 1997, re-registering in 2010. The nursery is situated in the former St John's Church of England Primary School building, offering a unique and nurturing environment for children aged two to four years.

The setting operates during term-time only, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday. With a capacity for 105 children and currently 87 on roll, St John's Nursery and Pre-School provides a dedicated and engaging learning experience.

The owner actively manages the setting, supported by 11 childcare staff, with 10 holding qualifications at Level 2 or above. The latest Ofsted inspection, on June 27, 2023, reaffirmed its 'Good' rating, highlighting its effective provision and commitment to children's happiness and development.

The curriculum is thoughtfully designed around children's interests, fostering a love for learning through exciting and challenging activities, such as exploring ice in the garden and practicing mathematical language with practical water play.

What it's like

Children arrive at the nursery happy and excited to start their day, supported by friendly staff who focus on their happiness and well-being. They behave well, play together happily, and are eager to learn, enjoying activities based on their interests. Staff extend children's learning by questioning and introducing new ideas, such as exploring how sunshine melts ice.

Child-led learningStrong SEND supportHappy and secure childrenDedicated staffEffective safeguardingParent-praised communication

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm

Term time / All Year

Term_time_only

Registered with Ofsted

1997

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for St John's Nursery and Pre-School

Last inspected 27 June 2023

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children arrive at the nursery happy and excited to start their day, supported by friendly staff who focus on their happiness and well-being. They behave well, play together happily, and are eager to learn, enjoying activities based on their interests. Staff extend children's learning by questioning and introducing new ideas, such as exploring how sunshine melts ice.

Inspector highlights

  • Children arrive happy and excited, greeted by friendly staff who know them well and focus on children's happiness.
  • Children behave well and play together happily, exploring the water wall and sharing kindness.
  • Children are eager to learn, benefiting from a curriculum based on their interests, with enthusiastic staff planning exciting activities.
  • Staff have a clear understanding of the curriculum and support children's language development very well, giving them time to think and respond to questions.
  • The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) is passionate about supporting children with SEND, ensuring effective small-group sessions and external agency collaboration.
  • Parents speak highly of the nursery, praising staff support and effective communication through daily chats and messages.
  • The manager has effective systems for staff supervision, and staff reflect on their practice and identify future learning.
  • Mathematical language is woven into everyday play, helping children understand volume and sequencing of numbers.
  • Staff teach children about the importance of a healthy diet and exercise, engaging them in conversations about healthy foods and exercise routines.

Areas to develop

  • 1Increase the information shared with parents to ensure that they are aware of their child's next steps in learning.
  • 2Build on the arrangements for continual professional development and strengthen staff's understanding of their increasing roles and responsibilities.
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Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) is extremely passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Children with SEND receive effective small-group sessions to build their attention and social skills. The SENCo has formed positive working relationships with external agencies, such as the local authority SENCo, to support children in achieving their full potential.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy their time in the garden, developing large motor skills through chasing games and climbing, and fine motor skills by squishing playdough and making marks with pens and chalks.

Inspection history

Date: May 2011

  • June 2023Good
  • January 2019Good
  • May 2015Good
  • May 2011Good

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